🥃 This Week’s Whiskey Spotlight: Holiday Edition
The holidays are almost here — the perfect time to raise a glass with something truly special. This week, we’re featuring some exceptional Kentucky favorites from Willett Distillery.
🏺 Willett Pot Still Reserve
This iconic small-batch whiskey has evolved over time, carrying forward traditional flavors and adding the mark of the fifth generation. Elegant and distinctive, it comes in the unmistakable pot still–shaped bottle. Expect notes of vanilla, caramel, and spice with a rich, full-bodied finish.
Perfect For: A refined holiday pour or an elevated Old Fashioned.
🔥 Johnny Drum Private Stock
Developed by Thompson Willett in the 1960s, this relic lives on with a retro look and timeless flavor. A bold, full-flavored bourbon with deep oak and spice character — perfect for those who like their whiskey with a little kick.
Tasting Notes: Toffee, leather, and baking spice.
Ideal For: A classic Manhattan that warms up any winter evening.
🌾 Willett Wheated Bourbon Whiskey (Limited quantities available)
A soft, smooth wheated bourbon with delicate notes of honey, vanilla, and baked bread. Elegant and balanced — a real treat for whiskey enthusiasts.
Availability: Extremely limited — first come, first served!
🍸 Holiday Whiskey Classic Recipes🍸
Old Fashioned
Ingredients:
- 2 oz Willett Pot Still Reserve
- 1 sugar cube (or ½ tsp simple syrup)
- 2 dashes Angostura bitters
- Orange peel
Directions:
Muddle sugar and bitters in a glass. Add whiskey and ice. Stir gently and garnish with an orange peel twist.
Manhattan
Ingredients:
- 2 oz Johnny Drum Private Stock
- 1 oz sweet vermouth
- 2 dashes Angostura bitters
- Brandied cherry for garnish
Directions:
Stir all ingredients with ice, strain into a chilled coupe, and garnish with a cherry. Smooth, classic, and perfect for a cold night.
🎁 Pro Tip: Willett makes incredible holiday gifts — for whiskey lovers, clients, or yourself!
👉 Order now while supplies last and make your holidays a little warmer.
